Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 Department of the Navy (DoN) Historically Black Colleges and Universities/Minority Institutions (HBCU/MI) Program — Office of Naval Research funding opportunity
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Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 Department of the Navy (DoN) Historically Black Colleges and Universities/Minority Institutions (HBCU/MI) Program

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Key programmatic objectives of the DoN HBCU/MI Program are achieved through the implementation and performance of three program goals:• enhancing the research and educational capabilities of HBCU/MIs in scientific and en...

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Award $450k–$525k Deadline Dec 11 Location Alabama Type grant Level Federal Open posted Jun 18, 2026
✦ AI Summary
  • Who can apply: Federal-level applicants (see eligibility for details).
  • Funding amount: $450,000 – $525,000, total pool ~$1,575,000.
  • Next deadline: December 11, 2026.
  • Issued by: Office of Naval Research.
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Award amount
$450k–$525k
Deadline
Dec 11
Dec 11, 2026
Total pool
$1.6M

About this opportunity

Key programmatic objectives of the DoN HBCU/MI Program are achieved through the implementation and performance of three program goals:• enhancing the research and educational capabilities of HBCU/MIs in scientific and engineering disciplines critical to the defense mission of the Navy and Marine Corps,• encouraging cross-institutional, collaborative efforts that explore innovative solutions to naval science and technology (S&T) challenges, and• increasing the engagement of students in STEM fields important to the Navy and Marine Corps.This particular NOFO aims to enhance the research capacity and research infrastructure for HBCU/MIs. Competitive white papers and invited full proposals submitted to this NOFO must clearly and succinctly describe efforts that advance basic naval-relevant S&T, engage faculty and students in STEM discovery, and expand the research capacity of participant institutions.This announcement is only for research efforts that also promote student/faculty engagement, and expand the institution’s research capacity. This announcement is not intended for projects that focus on non-research STEM activities.The technical content of any proposed effort must contribute to the S&T mission and vision of the DoN.DeadlinesWhite Paper Inquiries and Questions-Email: [email protected] September 2026 (Wednesday)White Papers must be received no later than18 September 2026 (Friday) at 5:00 PM Eastern TimeApplication Inquiries and Questions04 December 2026 (Friday)

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Source systemgrants.gov
Source ID362871
PostedJun 18, 2026

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